Iowa Roof Replacement Costs
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The average price for a Asphalt Shingle roof in Iowa is $10,044.
2,013,058 Roofs measured by our roofing calculator in Iowa
$10,044 Average roof replacement cost for Asphalt Shingle roofs in Iowa
595 Highly rated roofers in Iowa
The average cost to replace a roof in Iowa is about $10,044. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Iowa of 1,638 sqft (16.33 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $6.13 per sqft ($613/square).
Average Cost by Material
Roof replacement cost can vary greatly depending on the type of roofing material used. The costs listed below are based on a 1,638 sqft roof (16.33 squares) in Iowa.
Roof Replacement Costs by Home Size
Home size is one of the biggest factors contributing to replacement costs. This table shows replacement costs for different home sizes for each roofing material in Iowa.
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $3,066 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $6,132 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $9,198 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $12,264 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $15,330 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $18,396 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $21,462 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $24,527 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $27,593 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $30,659 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $4,460 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $8,921 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $13,381 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $17,841 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $22,302 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $26,762 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $31,223 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $35,683 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $40,143 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $44,604 |
| SQFT | SQUARES | COST |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 5 | $7,419 |
| 1,000 | 10 | $14,837 |
| 1,500 | 15 | $22,256 |
| 2,000 | 20 | $29,675 |
| 2,500 | 25 | $37,093 |
| 3,000 | 30 | $44,512 |
| 3,500 | 35 | $51,931 |
| 4,000 | 40 | $59,349 |
| 4,500 | 45 | $66,768 |
| 5,000 | 50 | $74,187 |
How Roof Replacement Impacts Home Value
Homeowners frequently want to know how replacing their roof could impact the overall value of their home. This table shows how roof replacement, by material and home size, could impact the value of an Iowa home.
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $1,840 |
| 1,000 | $3,679 |
| 1,500 | $5,519 |
| 2,000 | $7,358 |
| 2,500 | $9,198 |
| 3,000 | $11,037 |
| 3,500 | $12,877 |
| 4,000 | $14,716 |
| 4,500 | $16,556 |
| 5,000 | $18,396 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $2,721 |
| 1,000 | $5,442 |
| 1,500 | $8,162 |
| 2,000 | $10,883 |
| 2,500 | $13,604 |
| 3,000 | $16,325 |
| 3,500 | $19,046 |
| 4,000 | $21,767 |
| 4,500 | $24,487 |
| 5,000 | $27,208 |
| SQFT | VALUE ADDED |
|---|---|
| 500 | $4,600 |
| 1,000 | $9,199 |
| 1,500 | $13,799 |
| 2,000 | $18,398 |
| 2,500 | $22,998 |
| 3,000 | $27,597 |
| 3,500 | $32,197 |
| 4,000 | $36,797 |
| 4,500 | $41,396 |
| 5,000 | $45,996 |
Iowa Roof Statistics
| The number of roofs our tech has scanned | 2,013,058 |
| Average roof size (with pitch) | 1,638 Square Feet |
| Average roof slope | 4/12 Pitch or 18.43 Degrees |
| Most common roof type | Asphalt Shingle |
Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Iowa
Labor Costs
How much does roofing labor cost in Iowa compared to nearby states?
Iowa roofing labor typically drifts between $1.20 and $2.00 per foot translating to roughly $40 , $75 an hour. That sits below the metro rates observed in Illinois and Minnesota roughly matches the rates recorded in Nebraska and South Dakota and is a bit higher than the figures, in many of Missouri’s rural areas. Weather & Climate Considerations
How does Iowa's weather affect roof lifespan?
Iowa’s weather delivers 34 inches of rain and roughly 30 inches of snow each year plus frequent strong winds and a hard‑hit summer sun. Those elements speed up shingle deterioration, UV bleaching, freeze‑thaw cracking, ice dams, wind uplift, hail impact and moisture‑induced rot, often shaving years off a roof’s lifespan unless the right materials and diligent maintenance are, in place. What is the most common cause of roof damage in Iowa?
In Iowa the usual culprits behind roof damage are the wind and hail that ride in on the spring and summer storms, tornadoes and derechos included. Hail leaves dents and punctures, in shingles gusty winds tear and lift the roofing and snow or ice dams bring a second wave of winter damage. What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Iowa?
From spring through early autumn, roughly May to September, is the prime season for swapping out roofs in Iowa, when the mercury seldom drops below, about 40 °F and dry days are the norm. Summer’s warmth throttles the dreaded freeze‑thaw cycle speeds the sealing of shingles. Lets you sidestep the notorious corn‑belt hail and the fierce spring gusts. Insurance & Storms
How common are storm-related roof claims in Iowa?
Roof claims precipitated by storms are a staple, in Iowa. Resting on the rim of Tornado Alley the state endures a steady cadence of spring hailstorms, twisters and straight‑line wind events punctuated now and then by sporadic heavy moisture‑laden snowfalls. This volatile mix ignites a flare‑up in claim activity, most pronounced from May through July, and the peaks usually coalesce in the wake of significant hail or tornado outbreaks. What natural disasters in Iowa cause the most roof replacements?
Hail and powerful gusts are the reasons roofs get replaced across Iowa especially when they arrive with violent spring thunderstorms, tornadoes or the August 2020 Midwest derecho that ripped through Cedar Rapids and the eastern part of the state. By contrast snow and ice produce only occasional localized roof failures and flooding seldom compels a full‑scale replacement. Top Roofing Contractors in Iowa
Smart Home Exteriors
4.9
60 reviews
2024 Northwest 92nd Court
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 206-2107
Larabee Homes
5
11 reviews
309 Franklin Ave
College Springs, IA 51637
(402) 317-9396
Sonntag Roofing
5
733 reviews
1402 Walnut Street
Dallas Center, IA 50063
(515) 681-5951
Five Star Home Improvement
4.7
398 reviews
2000 James Street
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 640-6536
Bryan exteriors
4.7
68 reviews
6633 Northwest 6th Drive
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 669-9413
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Action Roofing
4.9
74 reviews
2422 Green Hills Dr
Norwalk, IA 50211
(515) 202-2173
American Dream Exteriors
5
36 reviews
4012 E 14th Street
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 348-1388
Strictly Roofing Inc
4.7
29 reviews
1102 5TH AVE NE INDEPENDENCE IA
Independence, IA 50644
(319) 334-7108
Hutch Unlimited LLC.
5
47 reviews
2407 Northeast 12th Street
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 313-7355
Meeks Construction
4.7
14 reviews
100 Alexander Drive
Tipton, IA 52772
(563) 320-6137
Walter Roofing
5
362 reviews
8450 Hickman Road
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 669-0788
A-1 Roofing
4.7
113 reviews
710 14th Street
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(563) 355-1100
Freed Construction
4.7
29 reviews
5729 Westminster Drive
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 239-0514
Hedrick Construction Inc
4.6
44 reviews
104 Campus Dr
Huxley, IA 50124
(515) 597-7663
Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows
4.6
299 reviews
2175 NW 86th St Ste 10
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 981-3838
Baker Pro Construction LLC
5
23 reviews
5907 16th Ave SW Ste C
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 775-3971
Greiman Construction Services
4.4
12 reviews
1266 Crown St Unit D
Garner, IA 50438
(641) 530-4495
Golden Eagle Construction
5
40 reviews
110 Tama St
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 708-4027
Bailey Roofing Contractors Inc
4.7
10 reviews
10110 Dennis Dr
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 253-0191
Allen Roofing & Construction Inc
5
10 reviews
241 Arc Ln
Monona, IA 52159
(563) 539-4135
Roof Costs in Iowa Cities
Ames, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Ankeny, IA
- $956 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $9,088
Burlington, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Cedar Falls, IA
- $3,024 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $7,020
Cedar Rapids, IA
- $1,925 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $8,119
Clinton, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Council Bluffs, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Davenport, IA
- $160 more expensive
- Avg Cost: $10,204
Des Moines, IA
- $956 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $9,088
Dubuque, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Fort Dodge, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Iowa City, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Marion, IA
- $1,925 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $8,119
Marshalltown, IA
- $486 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $9,558
Mason City, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Muscatine, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Ottumwa, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Sioux City, IA
- About the same
- Avg Cost: $10,044
Urbandale, IA
- $956 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $9,088
Waterloo, IA
- $3,024 less expensive
- Avg Cost: $7,020